Page 1 14T967DC Overlock Workbook...
Page 2 We are certain that your creativity will be inspired, and that you will have many hours of sewing enjoyment with this easy-to-use machine, feature-packed machine! Enjoy! ® The SINGER Education Department Singer® and Quantumlock® are registered trademarks of the Singer Company Ltd. or its affiliates.
Page 3 Stitch Types: Double Chain Stitch Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (narrow and wide) Two-Thread Overedge (narrow and wide) Three-Thread Overlock (narrow, wide, and wide with decorative threads) Three-Thread Flatlock (narrow and wide) Three-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch Four-Thread Safety Stitch Five-Thread Safety Stitch Wide Five-Thread Safety Stitch Narrow...
Page 4 Double Chain Stitch...
Page 5: Double Chain Stitch
Double Chain Stitch This stitch is suitable for straight seams. It also can be used for a decorative chainstitch topstitching effect. The Middle Cover needle and the Chainstitch Looper are used. Decorative thread can be placed in the Chainstitch Looper, the needle, or in both to create various effects.
Page 6 Needle: Set at:: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “D” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “D” (Blue) Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Unthreaded and Needle “A” Remove Needle Overedge Right Unthreaded and Needle “B”...
Page 7 Double Chain Stitch Turn Auto Tension Dial to “D”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Disengage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 8 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Place Stitch Finger to “R”. Double Chain Stitch page 4...
Page 9 Install the Seam Guide Plate. The Seam Guide Plate provides a flat surface for the fabric and seam guides. It can only be used when the knife and the lower looper are disengaged. The Seam Guide Plate is used when sewing the Chainstitch, Cover Stitch and the Triple Cover Stitch.
Page 10 Thread Chainstitch Looper with a decorative thread 1. Raise the Presser foot to release the tension disks. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the thread guide 2. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 11 4. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the Chainstitch Looper extends out 10mm (approximately ½”) from the needle plate edge. 5. Thread the looper area of the machine following the brown color-coded thread guides 4-11. Use the tweezers provided in the accessory case to aid in threading the looper.
Page 12 Thread Middle Cover Stitch Needle with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Cover Stitch Middle/Chain Stitch needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3.
Page 13 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp for the Cover Stitch or Chainstitch.
Page 14 Fuse a layer of fabric to a lightweight batting. Fuse a fabric backing to the other side of the batting, to create a quilted piece of fabric. Using a rinse-away fabric marking pen draw a design lines on the wrong side of the fabric. Lift the Presser Foot to the heightest position.
Page 15 When sewing the Double Chainstitch, it is necessary to have fabric under the needle. Avoid sewing off the fabric. Continue sewing, following the drawn marking. To remove fabric, gently turn handwheel to loosen threads. Turn fabric over to see the decorative stitching. Double Chain Stitch page 11...
Page 16 Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (Narrow and Wide)
Page 17 Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (Narrow) The Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock provides an elegant fine finish to lightweight fabrics. When using clear threads in conjunction with the Two-Thread stitch, the fabric appears to have an invisible edge. This gives a couture effect and looks beautiful on finer fabrics.
Page 18 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “D” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Unthreaded and Needle “A” Remove Needle Overedge Right Needle Threaded...
Page 19 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “D”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 20 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (narrow) page 4...
Page 21 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded, it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 22 Engage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged, but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 23 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 24 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 25 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide .
Page 26 Align two pieces of lightweight fabric, right sides together so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Press seam to one side. Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (narrow) page 10...
Page 27 Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (Wide) The Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (wide) has the same set up as the Two- Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (narrow) Stitch. The only exception is the Right Overedge Needle is now unthreaded and removed and the Left Overedge Needle is threaded.
Page 28 Thread Left Overedge needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as indicated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 29 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 30 Align one piece of medium weight fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Two-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock (wide) page 4...
Page 31 Two-Thread Overedge (Narrow and Wide)
Page 32 Two-Thread Overedge (Narrow) This stitch is used as a lightweight seam finish or a lightweight seam. When creating a seam finish, less thread is used and the thread does not imprint on the right side of the fabric when pressed. The stitch can also used for seaming. The stitch creates less bulky seams, which is ideal for sheer or lace fabrics.
Page 33 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “E” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Unthreaded and Needle “A” Remove Needle Overedge Right Threaded...
Page 34 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “E”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 35 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Two-Thread Overedge (narrow) page 4...
Page 36 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded, it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 37 Engage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged but not threaded, then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 38 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 39 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader Lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 40 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide .
Page 41 Join two pieces of medium weight fabric, right sides together with a conventional sewing machine straight stitch. Finsh the edges of both fabric pieces by aligning the fabric edge so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Press seam allowance to one side.
Page 42 Two-Thread Overedge (Wide) The Two-Thread Overedge (wide) is a good choice when sewing linens and wools. The Two-Thread Overedge (wide) has the same set up as the Two-Thread Over- edge (narrow) Stitch. The only exception is the Right Overedge Needle is now un- threaded and removed and the Left Overedge Needle is threaded.
Page 43 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “E” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” (Orange) Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” (Blue) Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” (Green) Remove Needle Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A”...
Page 44 Thread Left Overedge needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 45 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 46 Align one piece of medium weight fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Align a second piece of medium wieght fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Place the two fabrics, right sides together. Using a conventional sewing machine, sew a straight stitch with a ⅝...
Page 47 Three-Thread Overlock Narrow, Wide, and Wide with Decorative Threads)
Page 48 Three-Thread Overlock (Narrow) The Three-Thread Overlock Stitch is the most commonly used stitch because of its versatility. It provides a wonderful professional seam finish to woven fabrics. It is beneficial in preventing loosely woven fabrics from unraveling. In addition, the Three-Thread Overlock Stitch offers unlimited decorative capabilities.
Page 49 Needle: Set-up: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “A” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Unthreaded and Needle “A” Remove Needle Overedge Right Threaded...
Page 50 The Three-Thread Overlock makes a great edge finish to a garment’s facing. Three-Thread Overlock (narrow) page 3...
Page 51 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “A”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 52 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Three-Thread Overlock (narrow) page 5...
Page 53 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 54 Disengage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged but not threaded, then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 55 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 56 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back . Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper and place to the back of the throat plate. Thread Lower Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as indicated 1-10.
Page 57 4. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 5. Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper extends 5-10mm (approximately ½”) from the needle plate edge. 6. Thread the looper area of the machine following the red color coded thread guides 4-10.
Page 58 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader Lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 59: While Holding The Thread, Firmly Pull The Thread Between The Tension Disks
Thread Right Overedge needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the right needle as indicated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 60 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the right slot of the thread guides 8. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 61 Align one piece of medium weight fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Align a second piece of medium weight fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Place the two fabrics, right sides together. Using a conventional sewing machine, sew a straight stitch with a ⅝...
Page 62 Three-Thread Overlock (Wide) The Three-Thread Overedge (wide) has the same set up as the Three-Thread Over- edge (narrow) Stitch. The only exceptions are the Right Overedge Needle is now unthreaded and removed and the Left Overedge Needle is threaded. By using the left needle the stitch becomes wider.
Page 63 Needle: Set-up: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “B” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A” (Orange) Overedge Right Unthreaded and Needle “B”...
Page 64 Thread Left Overedge needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide. 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 65 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 66 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “B”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2”. Align one piece of medium weight fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Three-Thread Overlock (wide) page 5...
Page 67 Three-Thread Overlock (Wide—Decorative Thread) Using decorative threads can duplicate the look of fine braids and bindings often found only in ready-to-wear. It is easy to embellish sewing projects with decorative thread. Threads such as texturized nylon thread, crochet thread, pearl cotton, yarn and more easily slide through the eye of the looper.
Page 68 Needle: Set-up: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “B” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A” (Orange) Overedge Right Unthreaded and Needle “B”...
Page 69 Thread Upper Looper with decorative thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide. 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 70 5. Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper extends 5-10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 6. Thread the looper area of the machine following the green color coded thread guides 4-9. 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back .
Page 71 Thread Lower Looper with decorative overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-10. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 72: Thread The Looper Area Of The Machine Following The Red Color Coded Thread Guides
6. Thread the looper area of the machine following the red color coded thread guides 4-10. 7. Place the thread slighty from left and to the right of threading guide 8. Place the thread slightly from the front and to the back of threading guide 9.
Page 73 Thread Overedge Left needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 74 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 75 Align double-sided quilted fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Three-Thread Overlock (wide decorative) page 9...
Page 76 Three-Thread Flatlock (Narrow and Wide)
Page 77 Three-Thread Flatlock (Narrow) The Flatlock Stitch is used decoratively to achieve the look of applied trim on a garment, craft or home decorator projects. Special decorative threads are used for a textured and dramatic embellishment effect. The Flatlock Stitch can also be used to serge non-bulky seams.
Page 78 Needle: Set Up: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “F” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Unthreaded and Needle “A” Remove Needle Overedge Right Threaded...
Page 79 The Flatlock stitch, with fabric’s right sides together, form a ladder stitch. A ribbon can then be woven by hand in and out of the stitches. The ladder stitch is ideal for joining laces together, as seen in heirloom sewing. Another idea for the ladder stitch is to use decorative thread through the needle to form a bold embellishment to projects.
Page 80 Three-Thread Flatlock (narrow) page 4...
Page 81 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “F”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2”. Engage Upper Knife.The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 82 Turn Presser Foot Pressure to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Three-Thread Flatlock (narrow) page 6...
Page 83 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 84 Disengage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 85 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 86 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back . Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper and place to the back of the throat plate. Thread Lower Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser foot to release the Tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-10.
Page 87 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 88 Thread Right Overedge needle with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the right needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 89 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the right slot of the thread guides 8. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 90 Fold T-shirt interlock fabric wrong sides together lengthwise. Align the fabric so that the fabric’s fold is not being trimmed by the knife. Sew. Gently pull the fabric flat and press. Hint: If the fabric is not laying flat, align the fabric farther to the left of the knife.
Page 91 Three-Thread Flatlock (Wide) The Three-Thread Flatlock (wide) has the same set up as the Three-Thread Flatlock (narrow) Stitch. The only exception is the Right Overedge Needle is now unthreaded and removed and the Left Overedge Needle is threaded. By using the left needle, the stitch becomes wider.
Page 92 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “F” Left Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “C” Remove Needle Middle Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “D” Remove Needle Right Cover Stitch Unthreaded and Needle “E” Remove Needle Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A” (Orange) Overedge Right Unthreaded and Needle “B”...
Page 93 Left Overedge Needle Thread Upper Looper Thread Right Overedge Needle Thread Lower Looper Thread Decorative Ladder Effect (wide) Decorative Loop Effect (wide) Fabric Right Sides Together Fabric Wrong Sides Together Three-Thread Flatlock (wide) page 3...
Page 94 Thread Left Overlock needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 95 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 96 Fold sweatshirt fabric wrong sides together, lengthwise. Align the fabric so that the fabric’s fold is not being trimmed by the knife. Sew. Gently pull the fabric flat and press. Hint: If the fabric is not laying flat, align the fabric farther to the left of the knife.
Page 97 Three-Thread Ultra- Stretch Mock Safety Stitch...
Page 98 Three-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch This stitch stretches with the fabric, the seam will not break when the fabric is stretched. It is ideal for super-stretch knits like those used on swimwear or athlete clothing. This stitch uses two needles and one looper. Left Overedge Needle Thread Right Overedge Needle Thread...
Page 99 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “G” Left Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “C” Middle Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “D” Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “E” Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A” (Orange) Overedge Right Threaded Needle “B” (Blue) Upper Looper Looper Engaged (Green)
Page 100 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “G”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 101 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Three-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch page 4...
Page 102 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 103 Engage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged, but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 104 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 105 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 106 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide .
Page 107 Thread Left Overedge needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as indicated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 108 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 109 Align two pieces of fabric, right sides together so that that the knife just slightly trims the fabric’s edges. Sew. Three Thread Ultra Stretch Mock Safety Stitch page 12...
Page 110 Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch...
Page 111 Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch The Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch is stronger than the Three-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch. The additional thread provides added strength to the seam and is good choice for knits as well as wovens. This stitch works well when applying ribbing to a garment.
Page 112 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “A” Left Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “C” Middle Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “D” Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “E” Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A” (Orange) Overedge Right Threaded Needle “B” (Blue) Upper Looper Looper Engaged (Green)
Page 113 Sweatshirt sample Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch page 3...
Page 114 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “A”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 115 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch page 5...
Page 116 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded, it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 117 Disengage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 118 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 119 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back . Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper and place to the back of the throat plate. Thread Lower Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the Tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-10.
Page 120 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 121 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 122 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide .
Page 123 Thread Left Overlock needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 124 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 125 Fold ribbing lengthwise. Place ribbing on top of fleece. Align the fabric so that the knife just slightly trims both the ribbing and fleece fabric edges. Sew, stretching the ribbing as needed. Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch page 15...
Page 126 Four-Thread Safety Stitch...
Page 127 Four-Thread Safety Stitch This stitch is an alternative to the Five-Thread Safety Stitch. It offers the same type of Two-Thread Chainstitch. However the Three-Thread Overlock is now replaced by a Two-Thread Overedge finish. The Four-Thread Safety Stitch is appropriately used when sewing a medium weight woven fabric.
Page 128 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “I” Left Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “C” Middle Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “D” (Orange) Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “E” Overedge Left Not Threaded Needle “A” Overedge Right Threaded Needle “B” (Blue) Upper Looper Looper Engaged and Not Threaded...
Page 129 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “I”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 130 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Four-Thread Safety Stitch page 4...
Page 131 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper, causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 132 Engage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged, but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 133 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 134 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 135 2. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull thread along the right side of the button, as illustrated. 3. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 4.
Page 136 6. Place the thread through threading guide 7. Continue threading guides 8. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper. Position the thread into the V cutout (B) on the threader. Firmly hold the thread tail with your left hand and pull threader lever (C) up into place (D).
Page 137 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide .
Page 138 Thread Middle Cover Stitch with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Cover Stitch Middle/Chain Stitch needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3.
Page 139 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp for the Cover Stitch or Chainstitch.
Page 140 Place two pieces of broadcloth right sides together. Align the fabric so that that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Four-Thread Safety Stitch page 14...
Page 141 Five-Thread Safety Stitch Wide...
Page 142 Five-Thread Safety Stitch (Wide) This stitch is a combination of a Two-Thread Chainstitch and a Three-Thread Overlock Stitch. It is suitable for woven fabrics and provides a durable seam for heavy weight fabrics such as denim and terrycloth. Using this strong safety stitch eliminates the need to reinforce the seam with a conventional sewing machine straight stitch.
Page 143 Needles: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “B” Left Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “C” Middle Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “D” (Orange) Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “E” Overedge Left Threaded Needle “A” (Blue) Overedge Right Not Threaded Needle “B” Upper Looper Looper Engaged (Green) and Threaded...
Page 144 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “B”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 145 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Five-Thread Safety Stitch Wide page 4...
Page 146 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded, it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 147 Disengage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged but not threaded, then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 148 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread, firmly pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 149 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back . Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper and place to the back of the throat plate. Thread Lower Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-10.
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4. While holding the thread, firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5. Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper extends 5-10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 6. Thread the looper area of the machine following the red color coded thread guides 4-10.
Page 151 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 152: While Holding The Thread, Firmly Pull The Thread Between The Tension Disks
Thread Chainstitch Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the thread guide 2.Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 153 4. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the Chainstitch Looper extends out 10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 5. Thread the looper area of the machine following the brown color-coded thread guides 4-11. Use the tweezers provided in the accessory case to aid in threading the looper.
Page 154 Thread Left Overlock needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 155 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the foward slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the left slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 156 Thread Middle Cover stitch needle with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Cover Stitch Middle/Chain Stitch needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3.
Page 157 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp for the Cover Stitch or Chainstitch.
Page 158 Place two pieces of home decorative fabric, right sides together. Align the fabric so that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Five-Thread Safety Stitch Wide page 17...
Page 159 Five-Thread Safety Stitch Narrow...
Page 160 Five-Thread Safety Stitch (Narrow) This stitch is a combination of a Two-Thread Chainstitch and a Three-Thread Overlock Stitch. It is suitable for woven fabrics and provides a durable seam for heavy weight fabrics such as denim and terrycloth. Using this strong and stable safety stitch eliminates the need to reinforce the seam with a conventional sewing machine straight stitch.
Page 161 Needles: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “A” Left Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “C” Middle Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “D” (Orange) Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “E” Overedge Left Not Threaded Needle “A” Overedge Right Threaded Needle “B” (Blue) Upper Looper Looper Engaged (Green)
Page 162 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “A”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 163 Turn Presser Foot Pressure dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “N”. Five-Thread Safety Stitch Narrow page 4...
Page 164 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 165 Disengage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged, but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 166: (Approximately ½ Inch) From The Needle Plate Edge
3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 167 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back . Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper and place to the back of the throat plate. Thread Lower Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the Tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-10.
Page 168: Place The Thread Slighty From Left And To The Right Of Threading Guide
4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5. Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper extends 5-10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 6. Thread the looper area of the machine following the red color coded thread guides 4-10.
Page 169 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 170 Thread Chainstitch Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the thread guide 2.Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 171 4. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the Chainstitch Looper extends out 10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 5. Thread the looper area of the machine following the brown color-coded thread guides 4-11. Use the tweezers provided in the accessory case to aid in threading the looper.
Page 172 Thread Right Overedge needle with regualar overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the right needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 173 5. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp. 6. Thread the eye of the Right Overedge Needle Thread Middle Cover stitch needle with regular overlock thread. 1.
Page 174 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 175 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp for the Cover Stitch or Chainstitch. 7. Thread the eye of the middle needle 8.
Page 176 Place two pieces of terrycloth right sides together. Align the fabric so that that the knife just slightly trims the fabric edge. Sew. Five-Thread Safety Stitch Narrow page 17...
Page 177 Cover Stitch Narrow...
Page 178 Cover Stitch Narrow This professional Cover Hem stitch is a necessary requirement for today’s sewing. The stitch is often seen in ready-to-wear garments. Two needles create parallel rows of topstitching and one looper sews an edge finish on the underneath side. Depending on which needle position is selected, the width can be 5.6mm wide or 2.8mm wide.
Page 179 Needles: Set-up: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “K” Left Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “C” (Orange) Middle Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “D” (Blue) Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded “E” Needle Overedge Left Not Threaded “A” Needle Overedge Right Not Threaded “B” Needle Upper Looper Looper (Green)
Page 180 Cover Stitch Narrow Turn Auto Tension Dial to “K”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “2.5”. Disengage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 181 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “R”. Cover Stitch Narrow page 4...
Page 182 Install the Seam Guide Plate. The Seam Guide Plate provides a flat surface for the fabric and seam guides. It can only be used when the knife and the lower looper are disengaged. The Seam Guide Plate is used when sewing the Chainstitch, Cover Stitch and the Triple Cover Stitch.
Page 183 Thread Chainstitch Looper with a regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the thread guide 2. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 184 4. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the Chainstitch Looper extends out 10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 5. Thread the looper area of the machine following the brown color-coded thread guides 4-11. Use the tweezers provided in the accessory case to aid in threading the looper.
Page 185 Thread Middle Cover needle with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Cover Stitch Middle/Chain Stitch needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3.
Page 186 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp for the Cover Stitch or Chainstitch.
Page 187 Thread Left Cover Stitch needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 188 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the forward slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the left slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 189 Press a 1” hem into a knit fabric. Lift the Presser Foot to the highest position. Position the fabric right side up and under the needles. Align the fabric so that that the fabric fold is 1” to the right of the needles. Use markings on cover for positioning and guiding fabric.
Page 190 Cover Hem Wide This professional Cover Hem stitch is a necessary requirement for today’s sewing. The stitch is often seen in ready-to-wear garments. Two needles create parallel rows of top stitching and one looper sew an edge finish on the underneath side. Depending on which needle position is selected the width can be 5.6mm wide or 2.8 mm wide.
Page 191 Needle: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “H” Left Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “C” (Orange) Middle Cover Stitch Nee- Not Threaded dle “D” Right Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “E” (Green) Overedge Left Unthreaded Needle “A” (Orange) Overedge Right Unthreaded Needle “B” (Blue) Upper Looper Looper Disengaged and Not Threaded...
Page 192 Double Chain Stitch Turn Auto Tension Dial to “H”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Disengage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 193 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “R”. Cover Hem Wide page 4...
Page 194 Install the Seam Guide Plate. The Seam Guide Plate provides a flat surface for the fabric and seam guides. It can only be used when the knife and the lower looper are disengaged. The Seam Guide Plate is used when sewing the Chainstitch, Cover Stitch and the Triple Cover Stitch.
Page 195 Thread Chainstitch Looper with a regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the thread guide 2.Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 196 4. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the Chainstitch Looper extends out 10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 5. Thread the looper area of the machine following the brown color-coded thread guides 4-11. Use the tweezers provided in the accessory case to aid in threading the looper.
Page 197 Thread Right Cover Stitch needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 198 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 199 Thread Left Cover Stitch needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 200 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the front slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the left slots of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 201 Press a 1” hem into a knit fabric. Lift the Presser Foot to the highest position. Position the fabric right side up and under the needles. Align the fabric so that that the fabric fold is 1” to the right of the needles. Lower the Presser Foot.
Page 202 Triple Cover Stitch...
Page 203: Triple Cover Stitch
Triple Cover Stitch This innovative stitch provides a very wide 5.6 mm professional and creative triple topstitch to sewing projects. Three needles create parallel rows of topstitching and one looper sews an edge finish on the underneath side. This is ideal for heavier fabrics traditionally used in home decorating.
Page 204 Needles: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “J” Left Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “C” (Orange) Middle Cover Stitch Nee- Threaded dle “D” (Blue) Right Cover Stitch Threaded Needle “E” (Green) Upper Looper Looper Disengaged and Not Threaded Spreader Not Used Lower Looper Not Threaded Chain Stitch Looper...
Page 205 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “J”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “N”. Disengage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 206 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “R”. Triple Cover Stitch page 4...
Page 207 Install the Seam Guide Plate. The Seam Guide Plate provides a flat surface for the fabric and seam guides. It can only be used when the knife and the lower looper are disengaged. The Seam Guide Plate is used when sewing the Chainstitch, Cover Stitch and the Triple Cover Stitch.
Page 208 Thread Chainstitch Looper with a regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the thread guide 2. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 209 4. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the Chainstitch Looper extends out 10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 5. Thread the looper area of the machine following the brown color-coded thread guides 4-11. Use the tweezers provided in the accessory case to aid in threading the looper.
Page 210 Thread Right Cover Stitch needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 211 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the right slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 212 Thread Middle Cover needle with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Cover Stitch Middle/Chain Stitch needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3.
Page 213 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the middle slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the middle slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp for the Cover Stitch or Chainstitch.
Page 214 Thread Left Cover Stitch needle with regular thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the left needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 215 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the forward slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the left slot of the thread guides 6. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is in front of the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 216 Press a 3” hem into a woven home decorator fabric. Lift the Presser Foot to the highest position. Position the fabric right side up and under the needles. Align the fabric so that that the fabric fold is 1” to the right of the needles. Lower the Presser Foot.
Page 217 Three-Thread Rolled Hem...
Page 218 Three-Thread Rolled Hem The Rolled Hem Stitch is used to finish edges of scarves, ruffles, table linens, and some garments. It is suitable for lightweight to medium weight fabrics, such as sheers, silkies and broadcloth. Beautiful pintucks can be achieved with the rolled hem. They can enhance a yoke, heirloom sewing, wearable art and even home decorating projects.
Page 219 Needles: Set at: ATD: Auto Tension Dial “C” Left Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “C” Middle Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “D” Right Cover Stitch Not Threaded Needle “E” Overedge Left Not Threaded Needle “A” Overedge Right Threaded Needle “B” (Blue) Upper Looper Looper Engaged (Green)
Page 220 Turn Auto Tension Dial to “C”. Turn Stitch Length Dial to “1”. Engage Upper Knife. The knife will not trim the fabric when it is disengaged. 1. Open Looper Cover. 2. Pull the movable knife holder (silver screw) to the right as far as it will go. 3.
Page 221 Turn Presser Foot Pressure Dial to “N”. Turn Differential Feed Dial to “N”. Turn Seam Width Dial to “N”. Set Stitch Finger to “R”. Three-Thread Rolled Hem Page 4...
Page 222 Install the Knife Cover. Engage Upper Looper. Engaging the Upper Looper causes the looper to move when sewing. Even though the Upper Looper is not threaded it needs to be engaged. 1. Push the clutch button to the left and down to engage. 2.
Page 223 Disengage Spreader. The Upper Looper has a hole for the thread on the top of the looper. If the stitch requires that the looper be engaged, but not threaded then the Spreader is used. The Spreader simply plugs-in (or closes) the looper’s hole. The Spreader is disengaged when the Upper Looper is engaged/operative and threaded.
Page 224 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide. Then pull the thread along the right side of the button as illustrated. 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5.
Page 225 7. Thread the hole in the Upper Looper from front to back . Pull about 4 inches of thread through the looper and place to the back of the throat plate. Thread Lower Looper with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the Lower Looper as illustrated 1-10.
Page 226 4. While holding the thread firmly, pull the thread between the tension disks. 5. Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper extends 5-10mm (approximately ½ inch) from the needle plate edge. 6. Thread the looper area of the machine following the red color coded thread guides 4-10.
Page 227 10. Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back. Pull about 4 inches of thread. Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull Threader lever (C) up into place (D). “V”...
Page 228 Thread Right Overedge needle with regular overlock thread. 1. Raise the Presser Foot to release the tension disks. Thread the right needle as illustrated 1-9. 2. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide 3. Thread the top cover thread guide by pulling the thread towards the left until it slips under the guide.
Page 229 5. Continue to thread points 4-8. Slip the thread into the rear slot of the thread guide . Go over the take up lever . Continue by slipping the thread into the right slots of the thread guides 8. Before threading the eye of the needle, make sure the thread is behind the thread guide located on the bottom of the needle clamp.
Page 230 Align a piece of lightweight fabric so that the fabric’s edge is being slightly trimmed by the knife. Sew. Three-Thread Rolled Hem Page 13...

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